BULK 1 lb - 2 lbs Dandelion Leaf
Organic Dandelion Leaf / BULK 1 lb - 2 lbs Dandelion Leaf / Taraxacum Officinale Folium / Bulk Dandelion Leaf Tea
Origin: Bulgaria
Botanical Name: Taraxacum Officinale Folium
Common Names: Common Dandelion, Blowball, Cankerwort, Dent de Lion, Lion's Tooth, Priest's Crown, Pu Gong Ying, Puffball, Swine Snout, White Endive, Wild Endive
Taraxacum officinale is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. The common dandelion is well known for its yellow flower heads that turn into round balls of many silver-tufted fruits that disperse in the wind. These balls are called "clocks" in both British and American English. The common dandelion grows in temperate regions of the world in areas with moist soils. They are very hardy plants, able to grow in a variety of environments, and are tolerant of crowding, extremes of temperature, and low moisture.
The plant has several culinary uses: the flowers are used to make dandelion wine, the greens are used in salads, the roots have been used to make a coffee substitute (when baked and ground into powder). Ground roasted dandelion root can be used as a non-caffeinated coffee substitute.Whether you add them to a leafy green salad or a green smoothie, dandelion leaves contain a huge array of beneficial nutrients.
Using: To make dandelion leaf tea, simply take a small handful of dried dandelion leaves, (discard any large stem pieces), crush into small pieces, and place 1-2 teaspoons into an organic tea bag, reusable tea ball, tea infuser, or French press. Heat, but do not boil, one cup of water — boiling water will only accentuate the bitterness of the leaves. Pour your hot water into a teacup or mug and add your tea bag. Steep for 5 minutes and remove the leaves.
Traditional Use
For centuries, dandelion has been an important part of folk herbalism around the world. The leaves are traditionally used:
- To support the body's natural elimination of excess fluids
- To support digestion and a healthy appetite
- As a spring tonic, naturally rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, calcium, magnesium and iron
- As a natural source of antioxidants, to support the body's natural defenses
- Fresh in spring salads
Harvest & Character
Harvested May to August at the start of flowering. Dried leaves and stems with a mildly bitter taste.
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